â¢ Do not mow near drop - offs , ditches , - Never remove gas cap or add fuel or embankments . The mower could with the engine running . Allow suddenly turn over if a wheel is over engine to cool before refueling . Do not smoke . the edge of a cliff or ditch , or if an edge caves in . - Never refuel the machine indoors . - Never store the machine or fuel â¢ Do not mow on wet grass . Reduced container inside where there is traction could cause sliding . â¢ Do not try to stabilize the machine by an open flame , such as a water heater . putting your foot on the ground . â¢ Never run a machine inside a closed â¢ Do not use grass catcher on steep area . slopes . â¢ Keep nuts and bolts , especially blade III . CHILDREN attachment bolts , tight and keep equip - Tragic accidents can occur if the operator ment in good condition . is not alert to the presence of children . â¢ Never tamper with safety devices . Children are often attracted , to the ma - Check their proper operation regularly . chine and the mowing activity . Neveras - â¢ Keep machine free of grass , leaves , or sume that children will remain where you other debris build . up . Clean oil or fuel last saw them . spillage , Allow machine to cool before â¢ Keep children out of the mowing areaher storing . and under the watchful care of anot â¢ Stop and inspect the equipment if you responsible adult . strike an object . Repair , if necessary , â¢ Be alert and turn machine off if children before restarting . enter the area . â¢ Never make adjustments or repairs with â¢ Before and when backing , look behind the engine running . and down for small children . â¢ Grass catcher components are subject â¢ Never carry children . They may tall off to wear , damage , and deterioration . and be seriously injured or interfere with which could expose moving parts or safe machine operation . allow objects to be thrown . Frequently â¢ Never allow children to operate the check components and replace with machine , manufacturer's recommended parts , â¢ Use extra care when approaching blind when necessary . corners , shrubs , trees , or other objects â¢ Mower blades are sharp and can cut . that may obscure vision . Wrap the blade ( s ) or wear gloves , and use extra caution when servicing them . IV . SERVICE â¢ Check brake operation frequently . Ad - â¢ Use extra care in handling gasoline and just and service as required . other fuels . They are flammable and vapors are explosive . _ anap _ er . ( _ ( _ _ ) â¢ Be sure the area is clear of other people â¢ Be alert and turn machine off if children before mowing . Stop machine if anyone enter the area . â¢ Before and when backing , look behind enters the area . and down for small children . â¢ Never carry passengers or children â¢ Mow up and down slopes ( 15 Â° Max ) , not even with the blades off , across . â¢ Do not mow in reverse unless abso - â¢ Remove obstacles such as rocks , tree lutely necessary . Always look down and limbs , etc . behind before and while backing . â¢ Watch for holes , ruts , or bumps . Uneven â¢ Never carry children . They may fall off terrain could overturn the machine . Tall and be seriously injured or interfere with grass can hide obstacles . safe machine operation . â¢ Use slow speed , Choose a low gear â¢ Keep children out of the mowing areaher so that you will not have to stop or shift and under the watchful care of anot while on the slope . responsible adult . 3 Page: 4

â¢ Avoidstartingor stoppingon a slope . If _ b WARNING : Tow only the attachments tireslosetraction , disengagethe blades that are recommended by and comply with andproceedslowlystraightdownthe specifications of the manufacturer of your slope . tractor . Use common sense when towing . â¢ If machinestopswhilegoinguphill , Operate only at the lowest possible speed disengageblades , shiftintoreverseand when on a slope . Too heavy of a load , backdownslowly . while on a slope , is dangerous . Tires can â¢ Donotturnon slopesunlessnecessary , lose traction with the ground and cause andthen , turnslowlyandgradually you to lose control of your tractor . downhill , if possible . , _ WARNING : Engine exhaust , some _ I , WARNING : In orderto preventac - of its constituents , and certain vehicle cidentalstartingwhensettingup , trans - components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause porting , adjustingor makingrepairs , cancer and birth defects or other reproduc - alwaysdisconnectsparkplugwireand tive harm . place wire where it cannot contact spark , _ WARNING : Battery posts , terminals plug . _ I _ WARNING . Do not coast down a hill in and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds , chemicals known to the neutral , you may lose control of the tractor . State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm . Wash hands after handling , 4 Page: 5

HOWTO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR Seat INSTALL SEAT Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob . 1 . Remove adjustment knob and flat Terminal washer securing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly of Termin _ seat to tractor . 2 . Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard packing . Remove the cardboard packing and discard . 3 . Place seat on seat pan so head of NOTE : You may now roll or drive your shoulder bolt is positioned over large tractor off the skid . Follow the appropriate instruction below to remove the tractor slotted hole in pan . from the skid . 4 . Push down on seat to engage shoulder bolt in slot and pull seat towards rear of TO ROLLTRACTOR OFF SKID ( See tractor . Operation section for location and 5 . Pivot seat and pan forward and as - function of controls ) semble adjustment knob and flat 1 . Press lift lever plunger and raise washer loosely . Do not tighten . attachment lift lever to its highest po - 6 . Lower seat into operating position and sition . sit in seat . 2 . Release parking brake by depressing 7 . Slide seat until a comfortable position clutch / brake pedal . is reached which allows you to press 3 . Place gearshift lever in neutral ( N ) clutch / brake pedal all the way down . position . 8 . Get off seat without moving its ad - 4 . Roll tractor forward off skid . justed position . 5 . Remove banding holding deflector 9 , Raise seat and tighten adjustment shield up against tractor . knob securely . TO DRIVE TRACTOR OFF SKID ( See Shoulder Operation section for location and function of controls ) A ( _ WARNING : Before starting , read , un - Seat derstand and follow all instructions in the Operation section of this manual . Be sure tractor is in a well - ventilated area . Be sure the area in front of tractor is clear of other people and objects . 1 . Be sure all the above assembly steps Flat Washer have been completed . 2 . Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with gasoline . 3 . Sit on seat in operating position . Adjustmenl Knob depress clutch / brake pedal and set the parking brake , 4 . Place gear shift lever in neutral ( N ) CHECK BATTERY position . 1 . Uft seat pan to raised position . NOTE : If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label ( label located between terminals ) charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6 - 10 amps . ( See ' BATTERY " in Maintenance section of this manual for charging instruc - tions ) . 8 Page: 9

5 . Press lift lever plunger and raise , / " CHECKLIST attachment lift lever to its highest posi - Before you operate your new tractor , we tion . wish to assure that you receive the best 6 . Start the engine . After engine has performance and satisfaction from this started , move throttle control to idle Quality Product . position . Please review the following checklist : 7 . Depress clutch / brake pedal into full , Z All assembly instructions have been " BRAKE " position and hold . Move completed . gearshift lever to 1st gear . # " No remaining loose parts in carton . 8 . Slowly release clutch / brake pedal and , 1 " Battery is properly prepared and slowly drive tractor off skid . charged . ( Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps ) . 9 . Apply brake to stop tractor , set park - # Seat is adjusted comfortably and tight - ing brake and place gearshift lever in ened securely . neutral position . , / All tires are properly inflated . ( For ship - 10 . Turn ignition key to " STOP " position . Continue with the instructions that follow . ping purposes , the tires were overin - flated at the factory ) . CHECKTIRE PRESSURE J Be sure mower deck is properly leveled The tires on your tractor were overin - side - to - side / front - to - rear for best cutting flated at the factory for shipping purposes . results . ( Tires must be properly inflated Correct tire pressure is important for best for leveling ) . cutting performance . , / Check mower and drive belts . Be sure â¢ Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in they are routed properly around pulleys " PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS " section and inside all belt keepers . of this manual . , I ' Check wiring . See that all connections CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION are still secure and wires are properly OF ALL BELTS clamped . While learning how to use your tractor , pay See the figures that are shown for replac - ing motion and mower blade drive belts extra attention to the following important items : in the Service and Adjustments section â¢ / Engine oil is at proper level . of this manual . Verify that the belts are muted correctly . , / Fuel tank is filled with fresh , clean , regu - lar unleaded gasoline . CHECK DECK LEVELNESS , / Become familiar with all controls , their For best cutting results , mower hous - location and function . Operate them ing should be properly leveled . See " TO before you start the engine . LEVEL MOWER HOUSING " in the Service , / Be sure brake system is in safe operat - and Adjustments section of this manual . ing condition . CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you learn how to operate your trac - tor , check to see that the brake is properly adjusted . See " TO ADJUST BRAKE " in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual . 9 Page: 10

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product . Learn and understand their meaning . R N H L I ' , , I REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNmON ENGINE OFF UGHTS ON ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED OVER TEMP FUEL OIL PRESSURE BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT LIGHT @ @ @ @ @ ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS DANGER , KEEP HANDS CLUTCH ENGAGED CLUTCH DISENGAGED AND FEET AWAY ( SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION ) DANGER indicates a hazard which , if not avoided , will result in death or serious injury . WARNING indicates a hazard which , if not avoided , could result in death or serious iniury . FREE WHEEL ( Automate Models only ) CAUTION indicates a hazard which , if not avoided , might result in minor or moderate injury . & CAUTION when usedwithout the alert symbol , indicatesa situationthat could result in damage to the tractor and / or engine . Failure to follow instructions could result in serious injury or HOT SURFACES indicatesa hazardwhich , death . The safety alert symbol if notavoided , could result In death , serious Injury and / or property damage . is used to identify safety inform - ation about hazards which can _ . dr . FIRE indicatesa hazardwhich , if notavoided , result in death , serious injury Jl Â¢ could result in death , serious Injury and / or property damage . and / or property damage . 10 Page: 11

tip with the engine not running . These control lever to slower position . heights are approximate and may vary â¢ If stopping is absolutely necessary , push depending upon soil conditions , height of clutch / brake pedal quickly to brake posi - grass and types of grass being mowed . tion and engage parking brake . â¢ The average lawn should be cut to ap - â¢ Move gearshift lever to 1st gear . Be proximately 2 - 1 / 2 inches during the cool sure you have allowed room for tractor season and to over 3 inches during hot to roll slightly as you restart movement . months . For healthier and better looking â¢ To restart movement , slowly release lawns , mow often and after moderate parking brake and clutch / brake pedal . growth . â¢ Make all turns slowly . â¢ For best cutting performance , grass over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice . Make the first cut relatively high ; TO TRANSPORT the second to desired height . â¢ Raise attachment lift to highest position with attachment lift control . TO OPERATE MOWER â¢ When pushing or towing your tractor , Your tractor is equipped with an operator be sure gearshift lever is in neutral ( N ) presence sensing switch . Any attempt position . by the operator to leave the seat with the â¢ Do not push or tow tractor at more than engine running and the attachment clutch five ( 5 ) MPH . engaged will shut off the engine . NOTE : To protect hood from damage 1 . Select desired height of cut . when transporting your tractor on a truck 2 . Start mower blades by engaging at - or a trailer , be sure hood is closed and tachment clutch control . secured to tractor . Use an appropriate TO STOP MOWER BLADES - means of tying hood to tractor ( rope , cord , disengage attachment clutch control . etc . ) . A ( _ CAUTION : Do not operate the mower TOWING CARTS AND OTHER ATTACH - without either the entire grass catcher , MENTS on mowers so equipped , or the deflector shield in place . Tow only the attachments that are recom - mended by and comply with specifications Attachment Clutch Lever of the manufacturer of your tractor . Use " Engaged " Position common sense when towing . Too heavy of a load , while on a slope , is dangerous . Lift Lever Tires can lose traction with the ground and High Position cause you to lose control of your tractor . Position BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL Position The engine in your tractor has been Â¢ shipped , from the factory , already filled with summer weight oil . 1 . Check engine oil with tractor on level ground . 2 . Remove oil fill cap / dipstick and wipe Shield clean , reinsert the dipstick and screw cap tight , wait for a few seconds , re - TO OPERATE ON HILLS move and read oil level . If necessary , _ I , WARNING : Do not drive up or down add oil until " FULU ' mark on dipstick is reached . Do not overfill . hills with slopes greater than 15 Â° and do not drive across any slope . Use the slope â¢ For cold weather operation you should change oil for easier starting ( See " OIL guide provided at the back of this manual . VISCOSITY CHART " in the Mainte - â¢ Choose the slowest speed before start - nance section of this manual ) . ing up or down hills . â¢ Avoid stopping or changing speed on â¢ To change engine oil , see the Mainte - hills . nance section in this manual . â¢ If slowing is necessary , move throttle 13 Page: 14

ADD GASOLINE TO START ENGINE â¢ Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck . Do When starting the engine for the first time not overfill . Use fresh , clean , regular or if the engine has run out of fuel , it will unleaded gasoline with a minimum of take extra cranking time to move fuel from 87 octane . ( Use of leaded gasoline will the tank to the engine . increase carbon and lead oxide deposits 1 . Sit on seat in operating position , and reduce valve life ) . Do not mix oil depress clutch / brake pedal and set with gasoline . Purchase fuel in quan - parking brake . tities that can be used within 30 days to 2 . Place gear shift lever in neutral ( N ) _ l _ Aure fuel freshness . position . UTION : Wipe off any spilled oil or 3 . Move attachment clutch to disengaged fuel . Do not store , spill or use gasoline position . near an open flame . 4 . Move throttle control to choke position . IMPORTANT : When operating in temper - NOTE : Before starting , read the warm atures below32 Â° F ( 0 Â° C ) , use fresh , clean and cold starting procedures below . winter grade gasoline to help insure good 5 . Insert key into ignition and turn key cold weather starting . clockwise to start position and release CAUTION : Alcohol blended fuels ( called key as soon as engine starts . Do gasohol or using ethanol or methanol ) can not run starter continuously for more attract moisture which leads to separa - than fifteen seconds per minute . If the tion and formation of acids during storage . engine does not start after several Acidic gas can damage the fuel system attempts , move throttle control to fast of an engine while in storage . To avoid position , wait a few minutes and try engine problems , the fuel system should again . If engine still does not start , move the throttle control back to the be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer . Drain the gas tank , start the choke position and retry . engine and let it run until the fuel lines WARM WEATHER STARTING ( 50 Â° F and and carburetor are empty . Use fresh fuel above ) next season . See Storage Instructions for 6 . When engine starts , move the throttle additional information . Never use engine control to the fast position . or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel â¢ The attachments and ground drive can tank or permanent damage may occur . now be used . If the engine does not accept the load , restart the engine and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke as described above . COLD WEATHER STARTING ( 50 Â° F and below ) 6 . When engine starts , leave throttle control in choke position until engine warms up and begins to run roughly . Once rough running begins , imme - diately move the throttle control to the fast position . Engine warm - up mayeral take from several seconds to sev minutes ( the colder the temperature , the longer the warm - up ) . â¢ The attachments can also be used dur - ing the engine warm - up period . NOTE : If at a high altitude ( above 3000 feet ) or in cold temperatures ( below 32 F ) the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best engine performance ( see " TO ADJUST CARBURETOR " in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual ) . 14 Page: 15

MOWING TIPS â¢ Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is attached to tractor . â¢ Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance . See " TOe LEVEL MOWER HOUSING " in th Service and Adjustments section of this manual . â¢ The left hand side of mower should be Â¢ used for trimming . J â¢ Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has already been â¢ If grass is extremely tall , it should be cut . Have the cut area to the right of mowed twice to reduce load and pos - the tractor . This will result in a more sible fire hazard from dried clippings . even distribution of clippings and more Make first cut relatively high ; the second uniform cutting . to the desired height . â¢ When mowing large areas , start by â¢ Do not mow grass when it is wet . turning to the right so that clippings will Wet grass will plug mower and leave discharge away from shrubs , fences , undesirable clumps . Allow grass to dry driveways , etc . After one or two before mowing . rounds , mow in the opposite direction â¢ Always operate engine at full throttle making left hand turns until finished . when mowing to assure better mow - ing performance and proper discharge of material . Regulate ground speed by selecting a low enough gear to give the mower cutting performance as well as the quality of cut desired . â¢ When operating attachments , select a ground speed that will suit the terrain and give best performance of the at - tachment being used . 15 Page: 16

TRACTOR 4 . Reassemble blade bolt , lock washer and flat washer in exact order as Always observe safety rules when per - shown . forming any maintenance . 5 . Tighten blade bolt securely ( 27 - 35 Ft . BRAKE OPERATION Lbs . torque ) . If tractor requires more than six ( 6 ) feet IMPORTANT : Blade bolt is grade 8 heat stopping distance at high speed in highest treated . gear , then brake must be adjusted . ( Seeand " TO ADJUST BRAKE " in the Service Trailin Adjustments section of this manual ) . Edge Center - Mandrel TIRES Up Assembly â¢ Maintain proper air pressure in all tires Star ( See " PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS " Blade Bolt section of this manual ) . ( Grade ) * _ _ Flat _ â¢ Keep tires free of gasoline , oil , or insect * A Grade8 heat treatedbolt can be identifiedby six control chemicals which can harm rub - lineson the bolt head . ber . â¢ Avoid stumps , stones , deep ruts , sharp TO SHARPEN BLADE objects and other hazards that may NOTE : We do not recommend sharp - cause tire damage . ening blade - but if you do , be sure the NOTE : To seal tire punctures and prevent blade is balanced . flat tires due to slow leaks , tire sealant Care should be taken to keep the blade may be purchased from your local parts balanced . An unbalanced blade will cause dealer . Tire sealant also prevents tire dry excessive vibration and eventual damage rot and corrosion . to mower and engine . OPERATOR PRESENCE SYSTEM â¢ The blade can be sharpened with a file Be sure operator presence and interlock or on a grinding wheel . Do not attempt systems are working properly . If your trac - to sharpen while on the mower . tor does not function as described , repair â¢ To check blade balance , you will need a the problem immediately . 5 / 8 " diameter steel bolt , pin , or a cone â¢ The engine should not start unless balancer . ( When using a cone balancer , the brake pedal is fully depressed and follow the instructions supplied with attachement clutch control is in the balancer . ) disengaged position . NOTE : Do not use a nail for balancing â¢ When the engine is running , any at - blade . The lobes of the center hole may tempt by the operator to leave the seat appear to be centered , but are not . without first setting the parking brake â¢ Slide blade on to an unthreaded portion should shut off the engine . of the steel bolt or pin and hold the â¢ When the engine is running and the bolt or pin parallel with the ground . If attachment clutch is engaged , any at - blade is balanced , it should remain in a tempt by the operator to leave the seat horizontal position . If either end of the should shut off the engine . blade moves downward , sharpen the â¢ The attachment clutch should never op - heavy end until the blade is balanced . erate unless the operator is in the seat . BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be kept sharp . Replace bent or damaged blades . Center Hole BLADE REMOVAL BATTERY 1 . Raise mower to highest position to al - Your tractor has a battery charging system low access to blades . which is sufficient for normal use . How - 2 . Remove blade bolt , lock washer and ever , periodic charging of the battery with flat washer securing blade . an automotive charger will extend its life , 3 . Install new or resharpened blade â¢ Keep battery and terminals clean . with trailing edge up towards deck as â¢ Keep battery bolts tight . shown . â¢ Keep small vent holes open . IMPORTANT : To ensure proper assembly , â¢ Recharge at 6 - 10 amperes for 1 hour . center hole in blade must align with star on mandrel assembly . 17 Page: 18

TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL NOTE : The original equipment battery on your tractor is maintenance free . Do not Determine temperature range expected attempt to open or remove caps or covers . before oil change . All oil must meet API Adding or checking level of electrolyte is service classification SF - SJ . not necessary . â¢ Be sure tractor is on level surface . â¢ Oil will drain more freely when warm . TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS â¢ Catch oil in a suitable container . Corrosion and dirt on the battery and 1 . Remove oil fill capldipstick . Be careful terminals can cause the battery to " leak " not to allow dirt to enter the engine power . when changing oil . 1 . Disconnect BLACK battery cable first 2 . Remove yellow cap from end of drain then RED battery cable and remove valve and install the drain tube onto the battery from tractor . fitting . 2 . Rinse the battery with plain water and Oil Drain Valve dry . 3 . Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright . Closed _ . _ and _ / _ 4 . Coat terminals with grease or petro - Locked leum jelly . 5 . Reinstall battery ( See " REPLACING Position _ : BATTERY " in the SERVICE AND AD - ) Drain JUSTMENTS section of this manual ) . Yellow Cap - - - - - _ - Tube TRANSAXLE COOLING Keep transaxle free from build - up of dirt 3 . Unlock drain valve by pushing inward and chaff which can restrict cooling . slightly and turning counterclockwise . V - BELTS 4 . To open , pull out on the drain valve . Check V - belts for deterioration and wear 5 . After oil has drained completely , close after 100 hours of operation and replace and lock the drain valve by pushing if necessary . The belts are not adjustable . inward and turning clockwise until the Replace belts if they begin to slip from pin is in the locked position as shown . wear . 6 . Remove the drain tube and replace the cap onto the end of the drain valve . ENGINE 7 . Refill engine with oil through oil fill dip - LUBRICATION stick tube . Pour slowly . Do not overfill . Only use high quality detergent oil rated For approximate capacity see " PROD - with API service classification SF - SJ . Se - UCT SPECIFICATIONS " section of this | ect the oil's SAE viscosity grade accord - manual . ing to your expected operating tempera - 8 . Use gauge on oil fill cap / dipstick for ture . checking level . For accurate reading , tighten dipstick cap securely onto the tube before removing dipstick . Keep oil at " FULL " line on dipstick . Tighten cap onto the tube securely when finished . CLEAN AIR SCREEN NOTE : Although multi - viscosity oils Air screen must be kept free of dirt and ( 5W30 , 10W30 etc . ) improve starting in chaff to prevent engine damage from cold weather , these multi - viscosity oils will overheating . Clean with a wire brush or result in increased oil consumption when compressed air to remove dirt and stub - used above 32 Â° 1 - . Check your engine oil born dried gum fibers . level more frequently to avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil . AIR FILTER Change the oil after every 25 hours of op - Your engine will not run properly using a eration or at least once a year if the tractor dirty air filter . Replace pre - cleaner after is not used for25 hours in one year . every 25 hours of operation or every Check the crankcase oil level before start - season . Service paper cartridge every ing the engine and after each eight ( 8 ) 100 hours of operation or every season , hours of operation , Tighten oil till cap / whichever occurs first . dipstick securely each time you check the Service air cleaner more often under oil level . dusty conditions . 18 Page: 19

TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING â¢ If links are not equal in length , adjust one link to same length as other link . Adjust the mower while tractor is parked â¢ To lower front of mower loosen nut " E " on level ground or driveway . Make sure on both front links an equal number of tires are properly inflated ( See " PROD - turns . UCT SPECiFiCATIONS " section of this â¢ When distance " D " is 1 / 8 " to 1 / 2 " manual ) . If tires are over or underinflated , lower at front than rear , tighten nuts " F ' you will not properly adjust your mower . against trunnion on both front links , SIDE - TO - SIDE ADJUSTMENT â¢ To raise front of mower , loosen nut " F " â¢ Raise mower to its highest position . from trunnion on both front links . Tighten â¢ At the midpoint of both sides of mower , nut " E " on both front links an equal num - measure height from bottom edge of ber of turns . The two front _ inks must mower to ground . Distance " A " on both remain equal in length . sides of mower should be the same or â¢ When distance " D " is 1 / 8 " to 1 / 2 " lower within 1 / 4 " of each other . at front than rear , tighten nut " F " against â¢ if adjustment is necessary , make adjust - trunnion on both front links . ment on one side of mower only . â¢ Recheck side - to - side adjustment . â¢ To raise one side of mower , tighten lift link adjustment nut on that side . Â° To lower one side of mower , loosen lift link adjustment nut on that side . NOTE : Each full turn of adjustment nut will change mower height about 1 / 8 " . â¢ Recheck measurements after adjusting . " D " : Bottom edge of Bottom edge of Both Front Unks Should be Equal in Length Arm Trunnion _ FRONT - TO - BACK ADJUSTMENT IMPORTANT : Deck must be level side - to side . It the following front - to - back adiust - merit is necessary , be sure to adjust both Front Unks front links equally so mower will stay level side - to - side . TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE To obtain the best cutting results , the BELT mower housing should be adjusted so The mower blade drive belt may be re - that the front is approximately 1 / 8 " to 1 / 2 " placed without tools . Park the tractor on lower than the rear when the mower is in level surface . Engage parking brake . its highest position . BELT REMOVAL - Check adjustment on right side of trac - tor . Measure distance " D " directly in front 1 . Place attachment clutch in " DISEN - and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of GAGED " position , mower housing as shown . 2 . Move attachment lift lever forward to â¢ Before making any necessary adjust - lower mower to its lowest position . ments , check that both front links are equal in length . 21 Page: 22

Immediately prepare your tractor for stor - acids during storage . Acidic gas can dam - age at the end of the season or if the trac - age the fuel system of an engine while in storage . tor will not be used for 30 days or more . 1 . Drain the fuel tank . _ li WARNING : Never store the tractor 2 . Start the engine and let it run until the with gasoline in the tank inside a building fuel lines and carburetor are empty . where fumes may reach an open flame â¢ Never use engine or carburetor cleaner or spark . Allow the engine to cool before products in the fuel tank or permanent storing in any enclosure . damage may occur . TRACTOR â¢ Use fresh fuel next season . Remove mower from tractor for winter NOTE : Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of storage . When mower is to be stored for a fuel gum deposits during storage . Add period of time , clean it thoroughly , remove stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or stor - all dirt , grease , leaves , etc . Store in a age container . Always follow the mix ratio clean , dry area . found on stabilizer container . Run engine 1 . Clean entire tractor ( See " CLEANING " at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer in the Maintenance section of this to allow the stabilizer to reach the car - manual ) . buretor . Do not drain the gas tank and 2 . Inspect and replace belts , if necessary carburetor if using fuel stabilizer . ( See belt replacement instructions in ENGINE OIL the Service and Adjustments section of this manual ) . Drain oil ( with engine warm ) and replace 3 . Lubricate as shown in the Maintenance with clean engine oil . ( See " ENGINE " in section of this manual . the Maintenance section of this manual ) . 4 . Be sure that all nuts , bolts and screws CYLINDER ( S ) are securely fastened . Inspect moving 1 . Remove spark plug ( s ) . parts for damage , breakage and wear . 2 . Pour one ounce of oil through spark Replace if necessary , plug hole ( s ) into cylinder ( s ) . 5 . Touch up all rusted or chipped paint 3 . Turn ignition key to start position for a surfaces ; sand lightly before painting . few seconds to distribute oil . 4 . Replace with new spark plug ( s ) . BATTERY OTHER â¢ Fully charge the battery for storage . â¢ After a period of time in storage , battery â¢ Do not store gasoline from one season may require recharging . to another , â¢ To help prevent corrosion and power â¢ Replace your gasoline can if your can leakage during long periods of storage , starts to rust . Rust and / or dirt in your battery cables should be disconnected gasoline will cause problems . and battery cleaned thoroughly ( see " TO â¢ If possible , store your tractor indoors CLEAN BAI - FERY AND TERMINALS " in and cover it to give protection from dust the Maintenance section of this manual ) . and dirt . â¢ After cleaning , leave cables discon - â¢ Cover your tractor with a suitable pro - nected and place cables where they tective cover that does not retain mois - cannot come in contact with battery ture . Do not use plastic . Plastic cannot terminals . breathe which allows condensation to â¢ If battery is removed from tractor for form and will cause your tractor to rust . storage , do not store battery directly on IMPORTANT : Never cover tractor while concrete or damp surfaces . engine and exhaust areas are still warm . ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT : It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in essential fuel system parts such as carburetor , fuel hose , or tank during storage , Also , alcohol blended fuels ( called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol ) can attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of 25 Page: 26

LIMITED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in materials and workmanship . For a period of one ( 1 ) year from date of purchase by the original consumer purchaser , we will repair or replace , at our option , without charge for parts or labor incurred in replac - ing parts , any part which we find to be defective due to materials or workmanship . This Warranty is subject to the following limitations and exclusions . 1 . This warranty does not apply to the engine , other than EHP manufactured transaxle / transmission components , battery ( except as noted below ) or compo - nents parts thereof . Please refer to the applicable manufacturer's warranty on these items . 2 . Transportation charges for the movement of any power equipment unit or at - tachment are the responsibility of the purchaser . Transportation charges for any parts submitted for replacement under this warranty must be paid by the purchaser unless such return is requested by Electrolux Home Products . 3 . Battery Warranty : On products equipped with a Battery , we will replace , without charge to you , any battery which we find to be defective in manufacture , during the first ninety ( 90 ) days of ownership . After ninety ( 90 ) days , we will exchange the Battery , charging you 1 / 12 of the price of a new Battery for each full month from the date of the original sale . Battery must be maintained in accordance with the instructions furnished . 4 . The Warranty period for any products used for rental or commercial purposes is limited to 90 days from the date of original purchase . 5 . This Warranty applies only to products which have been properly assembled , adjusted , operated , and maintained in accordance with the instructions fur - nished . This Warranty does not apply to any product which has been subjected to alteration , misuse , abuse , improper assembly or installation , delivery damage , or to normal wear of the product . 6 . Exclusions : Excluded from this Warranty are belts , blades , blade adapters , nor - mal wear , normal adjustments , standard hardware and normal maintenance . 7 . In the event you have a claim under this Warranty , you must return the product to an authorized service dealer . Should you have any unanswered questions concerning this Warranty , please contact : Electrolux Home Products , Inc . In Canada contact : Outdoor ProductsCustomer Service Dept . Electrolux Canada Corp . 250 Bobby Jones Expressway 7075 Ordan Drive Augusta , GA 30909 USA Mississauga , Ontario L5T t K6 giving the model number , serial number and date of purchase of your product and the name and address of the authorized dealer from whom it was purchased . THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED TO THE SAME TIME PERIODS STATED HEREIN FOR OUR EXPRESSED WARRANTIES . Some areas do not allow the limitation of consequential damages or limitations of how long an implied Warranty may last , so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you . This Warranty gives you specific legal rights , and you may have other rights which vary from locale to locale . This is a limited Warranty within the meaning of that term as defined in the Mag - nuson - Moss Act of 1975 . 46 Page: 47

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION - , 4 1 . Fold this page along dotted line indicated above , 2 . Hold page before you so that its left edge is vertically parallel to a tree ' trunk or other upright structure . 3 . Sight across the fold in the direction of hill slope you want to measure , 4 . Compare the angle of the fold with the slope of the hill . Page: 48